Drug Name

Vermox (Mebendazole)

Drug Uses

Vermox is used to treat infections caused by worms such as whipworm, pinworm, roundworm, and hookworm. It is also used to treat infections caused by more than one of these worms at the same time.

How to use

Dosage: Children (2-12 years) and adults; one tablet, once.
The dosage of Vermox does not relate to body weight - one tablet treats all body weights. No dose calculations are required.
Vermox tablets can be swallowed whole, chewed or crushed into a teaspoon of food.

Drug Class and Mechanism

Vermox is an antihelmintic, or anti-worm, medication. It prevents worms from growing or multiplying in your body.

Missed Dose

Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for the next dose, skip the dose you missed and take only the next regularly scheduled dose. Do not take a double dose of this medication.

Storage

Store Vermox at 77 degrees F (25 degrees C). Store away from heat, moisture, and light. Brief storage at temperatures between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 and 30 degrees C) is permitted. Do not store in the bathroom. Keep Vermox out of the reach of children and away from pets.

Warnings/Precautions

• Do not take Vermox without first talking to your doctor if you are pregnant or could become pregnant during treatment.
• Vermox is in the FDA pregnancy category C. This means that it is not known whether it will be harmful to an unborn baby.
• Children younger than 2 years of age should not take mebendazole unless otherwise directed by your doctor.

Possible Side Effects

Stop taking Vermox and seek emergency medical attention if you experience an allergic reaction:

• swelling of your lips, tongue, or face; shortness of breath; closing of your throat; or hives.

More Information

Vermox is to be used only by the patient for whom it is prescribed. Do not share it with other people.